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Rabifast is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity. Rabifast also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rabifast. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Rabifast include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rabifast can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Rabifast normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rabifast is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Rabifast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Rabifast since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rabifast contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rabifast have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Rabifast is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Rabifast is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Rabifast safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rabifast without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Rabifast safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Rabifast. Immediately discontinue Rabifast if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Rabifast on the Kidneys?
Rabifast does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabifast on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Rabifast on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Rabifast on the Heart?
You can take Rabifast without any fear of damage to the heart.
Rabifast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rabifast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabifast habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rabifast has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rabifast, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rabifast can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Rabifast is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rabifast cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rabifast
Taking Rabifast with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabifast
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rabifast as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Rabifast may cause gas. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive gas formation in the stomach after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Yes, Rabifast is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.
No, Rabifast doesn't cause high blood pressure. High blood pressure can be managed by losing some amount of weight, doing some kind of physical activity on a daily basis, eating a healthy diet, reducing sodium in the diet, limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine, quitting smoking, and taking less stress. If your blood pressure doesn't get controlled, your doctor might start you on a hypertensive drug ( amlodipine, telmisartan etc). Please follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
No, Rabifast is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.
Yes, Rabifast is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078